Description
These Hot Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats combine the nostalgic crunch of classic rice krispies with the rich, creamy flavors of hot chocolate and marshmallows. Enhanced with mini marshmallows and a delightful assortment of festive toppings like chocolate sprinkles and crushed candy canes, these treats are perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet seasonal snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup milk chocolate chips
- ½ cup hot chocolate mix
- 1 bag marshmallows (10 ounces, approximately 40 large marshmallows)
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- â…“ cup mini marshmallows
Toppings
- Chocolate sprinkles
- Mini marshmallows
- Mini chocolate chips
- Dehydrated marshmallows
- Crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Tray: Grease a 9″x13″ baking tray with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the treats.
- Melt Butter: Place a large pot on low heat and melt the ½ cup butter slowly to avoid burning.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in the ½ cup milk chocolate chips into the melted butter, continuing to stir until fully melted and smooth.
- Incorporate Hot Chocolate Mix: Add the ½ cup hot chocolate mix to the melted chocolate and butter mixture, stirring until completely combined for that rich flavor.
- Melt Marshmallows: Add the entire bag of marshmallows to the pot, stirring constantly until the marshmallows are fully melted and integrated into a smooth, cohesive mixture.
- Mix in Rice Krispies: Remove the pot from heat and pour in the 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal. Gently fold the cereal into the marshmallow mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon until evenly coated. Spraying the spatula with cooking spray helps prevent sticking.
- Add Mini Marshmallows: Gently stir in â…“ cup of mini marshmallows. Some will melt slightly while others stay whole, adding textural variety to the treats.
- Spread in Pan: Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Press just enough to create a uniform layer without compacting too firmly.
- Decorate: Top with your choice of mini marshmallows, chocolate sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, dehydrated marshmallows, crushed candy canes, or other candies. Gently press decorations to stick onto the surface.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the treats to cool completely for about 30 minutes. Once set, slice into 18 to 24 squares for serving and enjoy your festive hot chocolate rice krispie treats!
Notes
- Using cooking spray on your spatula when mixing helps reduce stickiness and makes mixing easier.
- Don’t press the mixture down too hard in the pan; a light touch keeps the treats airy and chewy.
- You can customize toppings to suit your preferences or seasonal themes.
- Store treats in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.
- For a richer flavor, consider using semi-sweet chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate chips.
